Dental Floss Holder and Flosser
a technology for flossing holder and flossing device, which is applied in the field of dental cleaning devices, can solve the problems of affecting the environment, redistributing bacteria, and reducing the use effect of flossing holder, and achieves the effect of reusable use of flossing holder
Active Publication Date: 2020-08-27
WANG JIE
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This patent describes a dental floss holder and flosser that allows users to clean between their teeth. The flosser has a reel that holds dental floss and a mechanism that prevents the reel from spinning backwards. The flosser also has a removable cap that can be used to replace the floss bundle or support a toothpick. The technical effects of this invention are a more portable and reusable dental floss holder and flosser that is easier to use and maintain.
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Floss picks, however, have drawbacks, one of which is redistributing bacteria.
Additionally, most floss picks are made of plastic and single-use products, which may create waste and impact environment if a floss pick is trashed after each use.
However, the string floss is difficult to use since handling a long piece of floss may be a hassle, especially for users such as young children and those with arthritis.
Further, the string floss may be abrasive, causing irritation to sensitive gums and teeth.
Most floss holders are disposable and may have environmental impact when trashed after one use.
However, it may require extra time and effort for the user to wind the string floss repeatedly and increase the waste of floss.
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[0020]All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. The present invention is to be described in detail and is provided in a manner that establishes a thorough understanding of the present invention. There may be aspects of the present invention that may be practiced or utilized without the implementation of some features as they are described. It should be understood that some details have not been described in detail in order to not unnecessarily obscure focus of the invention. References herein to “the preferred embodiment”, “one embodiment”, “some embodiments”, or “alternative embodiments” should be considered to be illustrating aspects of the present invention that may potentially vary in some instances, and should not be considered to be limiting to the scope of the present invention as a whole.
[0021]In reference to FIGS. 1-4, 8, and 10-11, the flos...
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A dental floss holder and flosser is provided. The flosser provides a reusable dental device for cleaning between the user's teeth. The flosser comprises a casing, a pair of tines, and a floss advancement reel. A bundle of floss resides within the casing. A length of dental floss from the bundle of floss is fed through the casing and into the floss advancement reel. The length of dental floss is wrapped around the floss advancement reel. The length of dental floss is then strung taut along the pair of tines, forming a fresh segment of dental floss. The remaining length is routed and wrapped back to the floss advancement reel. A user can then rotate the floss advancement reel such that the segment of dental floss is replaced and ready for the next use.
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[0001]The current application claims a priority to the U.S. Provisional Patent application Ser. No. 62 / 811,084 filed on Feb. 27, 2019.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates generally to dental cleaning devices. More specifically, the present invention relates to a dental floss holder and flosser device that provides a user with a fresh portion of floss in every use for dental flossing by rotating an innovative wheel and gear mechanism.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]It is widely recognized that brushing teeth twice a day and flossing daily constitute the basics of good oral hygiene. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), interdental cleaners such as floss are an essential part of taking care of teeth and gums for individuals. Cleaning between teeth removes plaque that can lead to cavities or gum disease from the areas where a toothbrush cannot reach. Interdental cleaning helps remove debris between teeth that can contribute to plaque buildup. Traditi...
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CPCA61C15/046A61C15/02A61C15/043A61C15/045
Inventor WANG, JIE
Owner WANG JIE